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Tutankhamun and the Tomb that Changed the World

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Book Synopsis: It is often thought that the story of Tutankhamun ended when the thousands of dazzling items discovered by Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon were transported to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo and put on display. But there is far more to the boy-king's story. Tutankhamun and the Tomb that Changed the World explores the 100 years of research on Tutankhamun that have taken place since the tomb's discovery, from the several objects in the tomb made of meteoritic iron that came from outer space to new evidence that shows that Tutankhamun may actually have been a warrior who went into battle. Author Bob Brier also takes readers behind the scenes of the recent CT-scans of Tutankhamun's mummy to reveal more secrets of the young pharaoh.The book also illustrates the wide-ranging impact the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb had on fields beyond Egyptology. Brier examines how the discovery of the tomb influenced Egyptian politics and contributed to the downfall of colonialism in Egypt. Outside Egypt, the modern blockbuster exhibitions that raise great sums of monies for museums around the world all began with Tutankhamun, as did the idea of documenting every object discovered in place before it was moved. And to a great extent, the modern fascination with ancient Egypt & DL Egyptomania & DL was also greatly promoted by the Tutmania that surrounded the discovery of the tomb. Deeply informed by the latest research and presented in vivid detail, Tutankhamun and the Tomb that Changed the World is a compelling introduction to the world’s greatest archaeological discovery.

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Unlock the untold secrets of Tutankhamun with our captivating book, Tutankhamun and the Tomb that Changed the World. Discover the incredible journey from the tomb's discovery to the groundbreaking research that has taken place over the past century. Delve into the mysteries surrounding Tutankhamun - from the otherworldly meteoritic iron objects found in the tomb to the surprising revelation that the boy-king may have been a warrior. This book, authored by renowned Egyptologist Bob Brier, leaves no stone unturned, taking you behind the scenes of the recent CT-scans of Tutankhamun's mummy to unveil even more hidden secrets.

Not only does Tutankhamun and the Tomb that Changed the World shed light on the captivating story of Tutankhamun, but it also explores the profound influence his tomb's discovery had on fields beyond Egyptology. Uncover how this historic find impacted Egyptian politics and played a pivotal role in the downfall of colonialism. Experience the ripple effect as the concept of documenting archaeological finds before relocation originated from Tutankhamun's tomb, revolutionizing the field. Moreover, the feverish fascination with ancient Egypt, Egyptomania, owes its roots to the Tutmania that swept the world in the wake of the discovery. Dive into this enthralling account, meticulously researched and vividly presented, offering a captivating introduction to the world's greatest archaeological discovery.

Embark on a captivating journey and immerse yourself in ancient Egypt like never before with Tutankhamun and the Tomb that Changed the World. Unravel the mysteries, experience the excitement, and gain a profound understanding of the impact this discovery had on the world. Don't miss out - grab your copy today and be transported to a world of intrigue and wonder.

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